Residents in Fernvale, Queensland, are seeing the first signs of major road construction this February 2026 as land clearing begins for a project that will eventually support 2,000 new homes. The Queensland Government and the Somerset Regional Council are working together to upgrade local intersections and streets to make room for the growing population in the Fernvale South area.
The project is known as the Fernvale South Productivity Link and is funded by the state’s $2 billion Residential Activation Fund. It involves upgrades between the Brisbane Valley Highway and Old Fernvale Road, including the sealing of Muckerts Lane and McCulkins Lane to improve access for construction crews and future residents.
In the past 48 hours, members of the Fernvale Community Association have spotted earthworks on Clive Road and near the Honeywood estate. While these upgrades are designed to provide better access for the community, some locals have expressed concerns about how the construction will affect daily traffic, utility services, and potential flood risks.
Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie and Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt confirmed that these works are part of a plan to speed up land availability for new housing. The project aims to provide the necessary road links and infrastructure before new neighbourhoods are developed in the region.
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